Efficient Electronics

  Networking devices such as hubs, switches, and routers each have unique roles in managing and directing data traffic within a network. Understanding the differences between them is crucial for creating efficient and secure networks. In this article, we will explore the characteristics, functions, and use cases of hubs, switches, and routers. Hubs Hubs are basic networking devices that operate at the physical layer of the OSI model. They serve as central connection points for multiple devices in a network. However, hubs lack the ability to distinguish between devices on the network. When a device connected to a hub sends data, the hub broadcasts that data to all other devices on the network, regardless of the intended recipient. This broadcasting nature of hubs leads to inefficiencies in larger networks, causing increased network congestion and reduced overall performance. Switches Switches operate at the data link layer of the OSI model and are an improvement over hubs in terms o...